016A-27 Pollinator Habitat Spot Spraying Contract

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is soliciting bids for contract 016A-27 to provide pollinator habitat spot spraying on maintained rights of way and land surrounding physical facilities and ODOT buildings. The contract runs through June 30, 2027, and will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on the total statewide lump sum cost for the contract duration. The scope of work includes performing spot spraying using Glyphosate, which is supplied by ODOT, while ensuring non-target species are protected. Contractors are responsible for providing all necessary equipment, such as trucks and trailers, and must remove all litter, fallen leaves, and branches prior to herbicide application. Key operational requirements include submitting electronic spray records every Monday and providing a written project plan within five business days for any work outside the original scope. Bidders must submit responses via OhioBuys and provide a detailed pricing breakdown for both spring and fall treatments. Compliance requirements include adherence to OSHA safety standards, the Ohio E-Verify Workforce Integrity Act, and the Buy American Act. Additionally, contractors must maintain insurance limits of at least 300,000 dollars per person and 1,000,000 dollars per occurrence. This contract is not subject to prevailing wage.